Sports Massage is becoming increasingly important in sport and exercise as a tool to not only treat injuries, but act as a preventative measure. Sports Massage practitioners are also trained in providing assessment for rehabilitation and supporting patients with the psychological aspects of their pain, which goes hand-in-hand with both Yoga and Pilates knowledge.

Studied via blended learning, you will develop an understanding of human anatomy and physiology, and theoretical knowledge of soft tissue injury studied via OriGym’s e-learning platform, as well as attending practical group workshops tutored by a specialist sports massage therapist to apply your learning.

Course Length: Students can begin learning straight away and the average time to complete this course is 8 weeks.Entry Requirements: There are no formal entry requirements, but student must be aged 16+ to enrol.Accreditations: The Level 3 Sports Massage course is accredited by REPS.Cost: £1299 with no hidden fees for certifications or exams, and unlimited free examination re-sits.Offer & Payment Options: Spread the cost with 0% interest on all study methods. What You’ll Qualify With: On successful completion of this course, you will qualify with:

Level 3 Diploma In Sports Massage

20 REPS Points and entry to REPS Level 3 Status

Learn more about pursuing a career as a sports massage therapist, how to find and work with clients and more with OriGym’s extensive range of resources:

What You’ll learn

With Sports Massage Therapies becoming common place for everyone from occasional gym-goers to office workers stuck sitting in chairs all day, a wide spectrum of knowledge is critical for a successful career. You’ll not only need to be equipped with the essentials of providing sports massage therapy, but to also understand the principles of exercise and human physiology. OriGym’s Level 3 Sports Massage course has been crafted to provide the specialist training you’ll need to become a leading sports massage therapist.

Anatomy & Physiology for Sports Massage Therapy

Learn about how the body works with specific emphasis on the lymphatic system, including the skin and muscular tissue. Study the science and practice of manual therapy and how to correct both posture and muscular imbalances with your clients.

The Principles of Exercise, Health and Fitness

Study and comprehend how the body reacts to different forms of exercise, including resistance training, cardiovascular activity and flexibility movements. Explore the physiological effects of sports massage on the body and the physical effects and benefits.

Understand the Principles of Soft Tissue Dysfunction

Gain knowledge and understanding of soft tissue injury and dysfunction, the cause and symptoms, and how sports massage positively influences the healing process.

Professional Practice in Sports Massage

Learn functional stretching techniques, principles of injury management and rehabilitation as well as how to deal with soft tissue trauma.

Sports Massage Treatments

Explore, understand and apply the different types of sports massage including post-sporting event and restorative massage, learning when to apply them to promote recovery and support any injuries sustained.

How You’ll Be Assessed

To achieve your Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy, you will be required to complete various assessments, both theoretical and practical.

As you progress through your modules, you’ll be invited to attend the required practical assessments. These are run every month from our training locations found in a growing number of cities nationwide, including London, Birmingham and Liverpool.

Blended Learning Course Assessments

The following assessments must be completed to complete the Level 3 Sports Massage course:

You will receive maximum support and assistance from our experienced and friendly personal tutors to ensure your assessments are stress-free, give you the best chance of passing the first time, and are ultimately a great success.

Study Options

Students can begin studying the online course modules immediately after enrolment via OriGym’s “Student Zone” e-learning platform. Studying via videos, online lectures, interactive e-learning and more, you can study at a pace that suits you and fits flexibly around your existing commitments.

During the course, you will also attend a compulsory practical workshop to learn the physical aspects of sports massage. These workshops take place over a full weekend and run from our training locations in London, Liverpool and Birmingham, with additional venues to follow soon.

Throughout this learning experience, you’ll be supported 7-days a week from a dedicated sports massage tutor who is reachable by phone and email.

Careers & Progression

Graduating with your Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy, you’ll be prepared to begin working with new clients or to secure employment as a qualified professional massage therapist. Throughout your pursuit of new clients or employment, OriGym continues to provide advice and support to help you achieve your potential.

Careers Support

After completing your course, OriGym provide world-class career support to help you on your path towards excellence within the sports massage industry. Providing CV reviews, mock-interviews and careers advice, our support team are dedicated to seeing you succeed. Furthermore, OriGym have relationships with leading health and fitness brands across the UK who guarantee our alumni interviews following course completion, helping you to secure employment in your new field as soon as possible.

If the self-employment route appeals to you more than working for someone else, we can also provide startup support and business advice to help you get set-up as an independent sports massage therapist.

Progression Routes

After completing a your Level 3 Sports Massage qualification, there are many ways to progress to enhance your career and earning potential. Expanding your knowledge of exercise training and fitness instruction with our Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Training qualifications will complement your sports massage expertise and unlock a whole new career pathway.

Alumni Benefits

OriGym alumni also benefit from a huge number of exclusive deals and discounts of gym-wear, supplements, equipment and software, all essential for fitness professionals. We’re continuously adding new benefits to our list, so make sure to check back regularly.

The Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy qualification covers all of the essential knowledge required for students to excel as a professional massage therapist, including: Anatomy and Physiology for Sports Massage Therapy, the Principles of Exercise, Health and Fitness, Understanding Soft Tissue Dysfunction, Professional Practice in Sports Massage, and Sports Massage Treatments.

OriGym is proud to qualify 4,000 fitness professionals each year. We also successfully place over 80% of students in job roles right after qualifying; that is the highest rate in the industry. We are also ISO9001 certified and are one of only a handful of providers to hold this worldwide certificate of excellence.

We are official partners with the Ministry of Defence, we run courses for QMU University, and also run the Academy for Sports Direct & Sweat Union Gyms and are proud partners of over 200 fitness brands worldwide. We were recently nominated by the Active Training Awards, the biggest awards ceremony in the UK, for ‘most innovative training provider of the year’ and ‘training provider of the year’.

If you are still not convinced, check out our reviews on a neutral platform like Google, Facebook and Trustpilot, where we have hundreds of reviews from very satisfied customers.

OriGym believes courses and education should be obtainable for anyone who wants to start a career within the fitness sector. We own a vast majority of training venues through our sister company, thus massively reducing overheads which other companies cover with higher fees. We also do not apply unnecessary admin fees, certification charges or exam fees that many of our competitors apply.

Absolutely! We have centres that accommodate for the physically impaired, which are fully equipped with lifts, ramps and disabled toilets. We have had dozens of physically impaired individuals complete our course and go on to be very successful personal trainers within the industry thanks to their unique insights enabling them to support a wider range of personal training clients.

In addition to guaranteeing interviews post course, OriGym offers free business consultations post course, CV analysis to get it looking just right, CV distribution in your local area, and interview preparation to give you the best chance of getting the role you want.

Additionally, we have lots of free business resources, videos and guides on our e-learning platform that all students can access after their course.

OriGym is proud to have the largest student alumni system, meaning you get discounts on some of the world’s largest fitness brands, services and products for life; this means you never have to pay full retail price. With over 250 brands available to our graduates, you know you can’t go wrong.

OriGym students are provided with access to a wide range of learning and support resources during their course and beyond. This includes access to a personalised support tutor, available by phone and email, who can provide learning and pastoral support, direct you to additional resources, or can simply help explain a concept in another way.

Students are also given access to OriGym’s custom built e-learning platform “Student Zone” where you’ll access online lectures, videos, interactive learning modules and more. For part-time and online learning students, this is how you will complete the majority of your qualification.

UNMATCHED CAREER SUPPORT

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